Doctor of Nursing Practice / Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Maryville University

Program Details

Maryville University offers an online DNP in Psychiatric Mental Health to the working nurse practitioner.  This terminal degree is designed for those pursuing leadership roles in clinical settings to treat acute and chronic illnesses and promote a future of progressive mental health practice.  Online psychiatric nursing program studies will cover topics including but not limited to:

  • Policy in healthcare
  • Epidemiology
  • Ethics

A doctorate PMHNP degree focuses on theories of social science and management applicable to leadership roles within organizations.  Graduates from this online psychiatric nursing program are prepared to lead and manage interdisciplinary healthcare teams.  You will expand your skills in decision-making, critical thinking, analysis, change management, and more by designing your own evidence-based research methods for study and practice.  Enter a holistically driven program in mental health, and earn the highest level of education in your field with Maryville University online.

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100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Maryville University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.2 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Current unrestricted RN license